Sao Rafael

Sao Rafael holidays

Surrounded by impressive cliffs and natural beauty, São Rafael offers a perfect base for a beachfront escape. With golden sands and clear, turquoise waters, São Rafael Beach is a popular coastal spot. Peaceful cafés, fun-filled water sports and great proximity to other regions of the Algarve make it the ideal destination.

Perfect for relaxing

When some R&R comes calling, there’s nowhere better than the Algarve coastline! And São Rafael may be one of the best-kept secrets in the region. Framed by dramatic cliffs with crystal-clear water, it's fab for swimming, sunbathing or exploring. You might just want to simply sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings though.

Take a day trip

From São Rafael, you can explore Albufeira’s charming old town. You could also spend the day visiting the stunning Praia da Marinha Beach or taking a boat trip to discover hidden caves! The Ria Formosa Natural Park is nearby too. It’s great for nature lovers who enjoy hiking along scenic coastal trails.

Ria Formosa

Ria Formosa

Algarve

What better way to spend a winter break on the Algarve than with a spot of birdwatching? Ria Formosa National Park is a vast maze of lagoons and tiny islands on the coast of Quinta do Lago. This epic ecosystem...
Capela dos Ossos

Capela dos Ossos

Algarve

The Capela dos Ossos was built by a Franciscan monk in the 16th century and lined with the exhumed skeletons of hundreds of his peers as a meditation on mortality and eternity. The inscription at the entrance...
Cathedral of Faro

Cathedral of Faro

Algarve

Like many of Faro’s churches, its Cathedral was built on the site of a Moorish mosque. It was completed in 1271 and can be found in the Old Town. A small entrance fee will get you access to the tower,...
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